Hyderabad: The state government renewed its focus on education as Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka reviewed the Best Available Schools scheme in Telangana with all District Collectors.
The review, held through video conference, included Minister for Social Welfare Adluri Laxman Kumar. The meeting focused on strict monitoring and better implementation of the scheme for underprivileged students.
Collectors told to strengthen the Best Available Schools scheme in Telangana
The Deputy CM instructed officials to ensure every selected student continues in the assigned school. He directed District Education Officers to inspect all BAS schools and report on enrollment, infrastructure, and compliance.
He also asked officials to collect data on students who studied under the scheme during the past seven years.
Minister Adluri Laxman Kumar urged Collectors and education officers to personally visit BAS schools. He said they must interact with management to ensure smooth functioning and adherence to norms.
Principal Secretary Yogita Rana, Secretary Buddha Prakash, and Commissioner Kshitij joined the meeting along with senior officials from the Social Welfare Department.
Education a Top Priority 📚
Hon’ble Deputy CM Shri Bhatti Vikramarka @Bhatti_Mallu held a video conference with District Collectors to review the Best Available Schools (BAS) Scheme along with Hon’ble @minister_adluri Laxman Kumar
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— IPRDepartment (@IPRTelangana) October 14, 2025